23 Whoever guards his mouth and his tongue keeps himself out of trouble.
24 An arrogant, conceited person is called a mocker.His arrogance knows no limits.
25 The desire of a lazy person will kill himbecause his hands refuse to work.
26 All day long he feels greedy,but a righteous person gives and does not hold back.
27 The sacrifice of wicked people is disgusting,especially if they bring it with evil intent.
28 A lying witness will die,but a person who listens to advice will continue to speak.
29 A wicked person puts up a bold front,but a decent person’s way of life is his own security.